Eskimo Joe help to Close the Gap

West Australian rockers Eskimo Joe have signed on to help federal and state governments to Close the Gap on indigenous life expectancy.

On National Close the Gap Day on Thursday, lead singer Kavyen Temperley said it's an issue that's been neglected for a long time and is one every Australian should be aware of.

"A lot of people in this country are aware of the fact that indigenous people are disadvantaged, but so many people aren't aware of just how much," he said.

The Close the Gap campaign says Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples die more than 10 years younger than other Australians, and indigenous infant mortality is more than two-times that of other Australians.

Close the Gap campaign co-chair and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice Commissioner, Mick Gooda said the band have taken the time to learn about the issue and see for themselves the work that's already being done.

"We must ensure that indigenous people are at the heart of decision-making about their health needs," he said.